You are welcome to join us September 4th at 10:30 a.m. in Person!
If you feel unwell, or cannot attend in person, the services are live streamed at 10:30 a.m. on Sundays, and will be posted to the YouTube channel for future viewing. To watch the Annesley Sunday Services on YouTube: Annesley United Church’s YouTube Channel is: https://www.youtube.com/c/AnnesleyUnitedChurch
Phone Calls
The Pastoral Care Team and Membership & Outreach Committee are making some phone calls in the coming weeks. They are calling people to make a connection, and to see how well Annesley has met their needs over the past couple of years with our services etc. If someone calls you, feel free to make suggestions about how we can renew the connections that have been broken in COVID times. We want to get your feedback.
Markdale Community Choir
Greetings and Salutations!
I am excited to announce that the Markdale Community Choir will be reforming after a 2 year hiatus. As in previous years, we will usually be holding our rehearsals at Annesley United Church, Mondays from 7-9PM.
After many wonderful years directing the choir, Chris Griffin will be passing the baton to myself, Bill Legate, along with David Fries returning to accompany the choir. We hope you will feel confident attending choir, and encourage you to ask friends and family to join as well. If you are planning on returning, please respond to b_legate@hotmail.com, indicating how many people you will be bringing and their voices (Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass). We are in particular need of tenors, so if you happen to know any young men who would like to earn volunteer hours for high school, bring them along!
In order to help keep everyone in the choir healthy, we ask that you not attend rehearsals if you feel at all ill. Masks are not required, however you are welcome to wear it, if would make you more comfortable.
The first rehearsal will be Monday, September 26 at Annesley United Church. Vivian will distribute the music that evening. We will be preparing for our Christmas Concert, December 11 and 12.
David and I are excited to be returning to the great times we have had in the past! As the famous song by The Happenings says, “See you, in September”!
Annesley’s Take-Out Chicken Dinner October 19th
We will be having a take-out Chicken Dinner on Wednesday, October 19th , which would have been the date of our Turkey Supper. A dinner of ½ Chicken, Baked Potato, Coleslaw, Bun & Dessert will be picked up between 5 – 7:00 p.m. that day. Tickets ($20.00) are now available at the office.
Task Force Volunteers needed
It is not too late to volunteer to help with one of the tasks identified in the Visioning Committee’s Interim Report. Your ideas and help are needed!
Changes to COVID Policies at Annesley
As many of you know, the Provincial Government continues to lift mask mandates in many sectors. The Reopening Committee feels at this time that masks at Annesley will now be optional. The requirement to show proof of vaccination has also been removed. The only time that you will be required to wear a mask is when singing. Also, please feel free to stand when singing. Lastly, we are hoping that coffee hour can return in September. Of course, due to the changing nature of COVID-19 and the new normal waves of infection, this could all change in the future. Thank you to all for your adherence to the many safety measures that have been put in place over the last several months.
Grey County Cares
Support our Ukrainian refugees in Grey County by buying a button for $10 or more – donations go directly to Ukrainian refugees in Grey County. Sponsored by the Rotary Club. Buttons are in the office or in the Narthex on Sundays.
FundScrip – Next Order date is Sunday, September25th
Petro Canada, Chevron and St. Louis Bar & Grill have been added to the available cards!
https://www.markdaleunited.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/FUNDSCRIP-ORDER-FORM-2022-2.pdf
Centering Prayer
Centering Prayer will meet occasionally during the summer. Contact Lynn at 519-986-3707 for details.
2021 Annual Report
A copy of the Annual Report is HERE: 2021 Annual Report-ANNUAL-REPORTDownload
Annesley’s Latest Newsletter is Here!
Emergency Response — Ukraine
On February 24th, the armed conflict between the Russian Federation and Ukraine erupted, costing precious lives and creating a humanitarian crisis as people flee from the conflict. The U.N. estimates that hundreds of thousands of people, displaced from their homes, are seeking refuge in neighbouring countries. Many have lost friends and loved ones, struggle to meet their basic needs, and face an uncertain future.
You can help. Right now, people urgently need shelter, clean water, food, and medical attention.
Please show your support by making a gift today:
-Online https://united-church.ca/social-action/act-now/conflict-ukraine via our secure donation page.
-Phone 416-231-5931 or toll-free 1-800-268-3781 ext. 2738 and use your Visa or MasterCard.
-Send a cheque or money order to: The United Church of Canada Philanthropy Unit – Emergency Response
3250 Bloor Street West, Suite 200, Toronto, ON M8X 2Y4
Please be sure to note “Emergency Response—Ukraine” on the face of your cheque. Note: As part of the United Church’s Emergency Response Fund, 100% of your donation goes directly to emergency relief, with 85% of your donation responding to this designated emergency and 15% responding to future emergencies that do not receive intense media coverage.
Prayer Shawl Ministry
The Prayer Shawl Ministry is an important part of Annesley’s outreach. Warm and cozy shawls are given to those of the congregation and community who are bereaved or seriously ill. The appropriate yarn must be purchased. If you would like to help, put your donation in an envelope marked Prayer Shawl and your name and send it to the church office. If you know anyone in the community who would benefit from receiving a prayer shawl, please call the office at 519-986-3019.